About Us

Headed By Madhu S Kayarat – A person with an experience of 3 decades in the tourism industry, a Malayali origin who always had a passion towards the rich cultural heritage of Kerala is now on the mission to recognize and bring like-minded people to the God’s Own Country and share them his experience.

Moon Days is one of India’s most respected brands in tours and travel industry and this has been possible only with the focus on service quality. We at Moon Days strive to build permanent relationships with clients, based on quality service, transparent and ethical business practices and unique products. The emphasis has always been on ensuring Total Customer Satisfaction and providing excellent value for money. We believe in doing what is best for the client.

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Kochi – Where to Go??? What to See???

Kochi is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula, in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, dubbed “God’s Own Country”. It has a fine natural harbour, which gives it the status of ‘The Queen of the Arabian Sea’. Informally, Kochi is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala.

Bolgatty Palace

This Dutch Palace is situated on Bolgatty Island, which is just a short boat ride away from the mainland. The palace has been converted to a hotel run by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC). The Island has a tiny golf course and the panoramic views of the port and the harbour makes it an attractive picnic spot. Frequent boat service is available from the mainland

Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi

The Chinese fishing nets (Cheenavala) are distinctly unique to Kochi. It is believed that traders from the court of the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan introduced these nets here. Oddly, these nets are found only in Kochi, outside China ! Many fishermen earn their livelihood by fishing using these massive nets. A whole stretch of the coast along Fort Kochi and Vypeen are dotted with these nets.

St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi

It is the oldest church built by Europeans in India. On his 3rd visit to Kerala, Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese trader who reached India from Europe by sea, fell ill and died in Kochi. He was buried in the St. Francis Church. Later his remains were taken back to Portugal. In spite of that, his burial spot inside the church has been clearly marked out.

Jew Street

It’s almost a walk down the lanes of antiquity. The Jew Street is lined with shops that sell curios, antique pieces of crockery, carved wooden furniture, bronze and brass sculptures, remnants of traditional houses and jewellery. The antique sellers of these streets are the descendants of a fast dwindling population of Jews who settled down here in AD 52. Every piece that they sell has its own tale to narrate – of a palace or a home of the nobility, of travels across many lands and ages.

Jewish Synagogue

The synagogue at Fort Kochi, constructed in 1568, is the oldest in the Commonwealth. Destroyed in a shelling during the Portuguese raid in 1662, it was rebuilt two years later by the Dutch. Mid-18th century hand-painted, willow patterned floor tiles from Canton in China, a clock tower, Hebrew inscriptions on stone slabs, great scrolls of the Old Testament, ancient scripts on copper plates in which the grants of privilege made by the erstwhile Cochin rulers were recorded etc., are articles of interest here. The area around the synagogue is a center of spice trade and curio shops. Visiting hours: 1000 - 1700 hrs; closed on Fridays

Guruvayur Temple & Punnathur Kotta

The Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple is the most famous Krishna Temple worshiped by Hindus in India located in the Thrissur district of Kerala. Punnathur kotta was once the palace of a local ruler, but the palace grounds are now used to house the elephants belonging to the Guruvayur Temple. Now there are about 66 elephants of different ages. Gosala is a farm belongs to Guruvayur temple cares hundreds of different variety of cows. All these animals are offered by the devotees to the temple.

Athirapally and Vazhachal

The charm of the Athirapally Vazhachal waterfalls cannot be described in words. Starting calmly from the High Ranges, and crashing through gorges overhung with trees, it is one of the best places in India to re-capture a real sense of the classical idea of the ‘Picturesque’ – not just calm and sweet, but something wild and natural.

Wonder La

India’s first water theme park, has since its inception been an irresistible attraction for hundreds or thousands of fun loving people of all ages from all over India. Spread over 30 acres of landscaped space, built to international standards and impeccably maintained, Wonder La has a mind boggling array of sophisticated rides to thrill you till you can’t take any more.

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Kerala – Where to go What to see???

Kerala, also known as ‘God’s Own Country’ is one of the most popular tourism destinations in India. Its tropical climate, beautiful palm-fringed beaches with pristine stretches of land, the serenity of the backwaters and the clear blue Arabian Sea, all make Kerala one of the most beautiful destinations of India. The rich Cultural Heritage and resorts where traditional healing therapies like Ayurveda is practiced and the opportunity for relaxation and water sports, make Kerala a unique tourist destination.

Munnar

Munnar located in the hill ranges of Kerala is known as the green carpet of Kerala. You can see the wide spread tea estates, spice plantations and excellent cool climate. There are also opportunities for nature walks, trekking and bird watching tours in Munnar

Thekkady

one of India's major wildlife sanctuaries, sprawled over an area of 777 sq.kms is rich in varied flora and fauna. It is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations of tea, cardamom, pepper, cloves and cinnamon in the High Ranges and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

Kerala Backwaters

A cruise along the backwaters of Kerala is a lifetime experience for anyone. The waterways that connect villages along the backwaters reveal fascinating glimpses of village life in Kerala. You can see children running along the narrow stretches of land, fields being ploughed, birds and cormorants diving for fish, You can see skilled fishermen launching their cockshell boats, large flotillas of ducks waddling down to the water from thatched houses on the banks, women neck-deep in water, with their waist-length hair heaped in a crown, searching for fish with their feet and aimless cattle grazing in lush pastureland, where white lotuses lie here and there in small, low-lying pools.

Alappuzha

Alappuzha known as the Venice of the Eastas the peculiar geographical feature of having the water in level with the land. This gives the advantage of getting a closer look at the village life on shore while on a backwater ride. Alappuzha is famous for houseboats also known as the “Kettuvallams”

Kumarakom

This quaint town is a cluster of little islands, located on the banks of Vembanad Lake in the Kuttanad region of Kerala. Renowned for its natural beauty, Kumarakom is an ideal base to experience the famous Kerala backwaters, replete with meandering lagoons, coconut trees, endless rows of paddy fields interspersed by waterways and canals. Kumarakom is also famous for the exotic backwater resorts and Ayurveda.

Kovalam Beach

Kovalam beach is one the famous beaches in India after Goa. This group of three crescent shaped beaches is known as one the best beach resorts in India. With clean standy stretches, opportunities of water sports and Ayurveda will give you a relaxing vacation.

Wayanad

The Wayanad District in North Kerala is a beautiful tropical mountainous region with dense, evergreen vegetation and towering mountains and hills, often shrouded in mist and clouds, generally appearing bluish in colour. The climate is very healthy, with pure air and a cool breeze blowing most of the time. Places of interest are Pookote lake, Banasura sagar dam, Kuruva island, Meenmutty waterfalls, Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary.

MOON DAYS

ABOUT US

Headed By Madhu S Kayarat – A person with an experience of 3 decades in the tourism industry, a Malayali origin who always had a passion towards the rich cultural heritage of Kerala is now in the mission to recognise and bring like-minded people to the God’s Own Country and share them his experience.
Moon Days is one of India’s most respected brands in tours and travel industry and this has been possible only with the focus on service quality. We at Moon Days strive to build permanent relationships with clients, based on quality service, transparent and ethical business practices and unique products. The emphasis has always been on ensuring Total Customer Satisfaction and providing excellent value for money. We believe in doing what is best for the client.
We pride ourselves in the high quality of service that we provide and spare no effort to maintain the service levels. Our excellent relationship with airlines ensures seat confirmations even during peak season. The tours that we offer are itineraries tested by us personally which ensures that clients are not confronted by any unpleasant situations. To constantly update our knowledge we interact with other members of our industry and re-affirms our commitment to tourism and quality.
At Moon Days, “Putting People First” has been the guiding philosophy which extends not only to our clients but also to our employees. We believe in fair employment practices. Professional Competence, Commitment, Total Integrity, Unfailing Courtesy and Reliability are the tenets on which Moon Days has grown.
When it comes to understanding one of the oldest civilizations on earth, you need to hold the hands of an operator who understands you, the person.

MOON DAYS

WHY US

In this age of internet why one should hire a travel agent? Why should one part with money to make a booking and plan an itinerary? Why do travel agents charge for making 'packages'? Well, the reasons given below are only a beginning.

You've Googled " Kerala Vacation", and come up with 17.8 million web pages. Now you need a little help editing those choices?

Remember when you used that obscure website to book your hotel, and when you got there spent your beach vacation overlooking a parking lot?

How many hours were you on hold with the airline when your flight was canceled because of rain storm?

Did you really mean to spend your honeymoon at that resort whose tiny pool was filled all day with 12 screaming children?

Who knew that when you booked that "villa" in the hills that it would be a small room with a kitchenette and no air conditioning? Funny, it looked much better on your computer screen.

No one explained to you that in July, it's rain time in Munnar, and so you showed up there with nothing but five cotton shirts and two pairs of half pants.

How about the time you really needed a restful vacation, and you ended up in a carnival where someone threw up on your shoes?

You guess that hotel must have used a telephoto lens when they took a picture of those guest rooms that you saw on their website?

You are left wondering that contacting the Attorney General to resolve the fact that Internet site has billed your credit card three times instead of once is the only route to take at this point.

It was definitely odd that there were no cab drivers at the airport at 3 o clock in the morning when you finally landed in Thiruvananthapuram, but booking a transfer to your very remote hotel would have been a good thing to remember when you purchased your airline ticket and hotel online.

Our Services

OUR SERVICES

Customised Tour Packages - Inbound and Outbound

Looking for a customized inbound and outbound travel plan? Let our travel experts help you to make all your travel memorable. We put together the itinerary plan, tailormade packages across famous travel destinations in India and beyond.

Travel Insurance and Foreign Exchange

Foreign Exchange needs to be purchased by an authorised dealer recognised by the Reserve Bank of India. We can guide you to authentic sellers.While travelling outbound from India, we can advise the best Travel Insurance plans for you.

Taxi and Logistics management

India has to explored on road. We can get you reliable cab drivers whom you can trust and who knows the lay of the land. Any other logistic support is also provided.

Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE)

Exotic locales pepup events and conventions. India has many such locales. Just let us know about any such Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) events. We can plan and conduct it for you.

Travel Desk Management

We like to share our expertise with the hospitality sector by managing a Travel Desk on their property. Hotels and resorts can offer their guests the advantage of fine tuned travel management. Get in touch with us to know more.

Guide Services

An unknown country is exciting as well asa bit of a jumble. A guide is a real help to experience the place better. A guide who speaks your native language is a double charm as you become at ease and don't have strain to understand something in an unfamiliar language.

Meet and greet assistance, Airport assistance

We take care of you the moment you arrive on the holiday. Our representative will be at the airport to receive you and guide you through the tour. You can choose the type of vehicle you wish to ride to and fro the airport.

Why Us

In this age of internet why one should hire a travel agent? Why should one part with money to make a booking and plan an itinerary? Why do travel agents charge for making 'packages'? Well, the reasons given below are only a beginning.

You've Googled " Kerala Vacation", and come up with 17.8 million web pages. Now you need a little help editing those choices?

Remember when you used that obscure website to book your hotel, and when you got there spent your beach vacation overlooking a parking lot?

How many hours were you on hold with the airline when your flight was canceled because of rain storm?

Did you really mean to spend your honeymoon at that resort whose tiny pool was filled all day with 12 screaming children?

Kovalam-Cherai-Bekal-Goa

Day 01 - Arrive Trivandrum / Kovalam

Arrive Trivandrum Airport. Meet and assist by our representative and drive to Kovalam (around ½ an hours drive). On arrival, check in to your resort and relax. Overnight at Kovalam.

Day 02 - Kovalam

Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach destination with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a favourite haunt of tourists, especially Europeans, since the 1930s. A massive rocky promontory on the beach has created a beautiful bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing. The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse-sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, etc. The tropical sun acts so fast that one can see the faint blush of coppery tan on the skin in a matter of minutes. Life on the beach begins late in the day and carries on well into the night.

Full day free for independent activities. Overnight at Kovalam.

Day 03: Kovalam / Cherai

Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Cherai (around 5 hrs drive).
Cherai is a region in the island of Vypin, a suburb of the city of Kochi. Cherai has the longest beach in Kochi - the Cherai beach. The beach is located towards the centre-north of the Vypin Island. The Cherai Beach is 10 km long. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. It has the calm, serene Backwaters on the other side and the land is filled with coconut trees.

On arrival, check into a beautiful beach resort and relax. Overnight at Cherai.

Day 04: Cherai

Full day free for independent activities. Overnight at Cherai.

Day 05: Cherai / Bekal

Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Bekal (around 7-8 hrs drive).
Kasaragod, the Northern most district of Kerala, is renowned as the land of gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches. The imposing fort at Bekal is one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala. The beautiful expanse of the shallow beach near the Bekal fort known as Bekal Fort Beach has been developed as an exotic beach location by the Bekal Resorts Development Corporation (BRDC).
On arrival check into a beautiful beach resort and relax. Overnight at Bekal.

Day 06: Bekal

Enjoy the day in your own way. Overnight at Bekal.

Day 07: Bekal / Goa

Morning after breakfast check out and drive to Goa (around 5 hrs drive).
With its sunlit beaches, green hills, silvery waterways, waterfalls, and lakes, Goa have always been a unique spot with vast tourist potentialities, which are now being re-discovered continuously. The gift of nature has endowed Goa with enchanting loveliness and idyllic serenity. Its culture a unique blend of the Indian and Portuguese, laced with ‘Algeria’, and the Goan spirit of laughter, good fellowship and song. Besides a long and checkered history, Goa reflects in its monuments, churches, temples, forts, its colourful festivals throughout the year, music, cuisine, and even a distinct style of living - a harmonious blending of the East and West.On arrival check into your hotel and relax. Overnight at Goa.

Day 08 & 09 : Goa

Full day free for independent activities. Overnight at Goa.

Day 10 : Goa

Morning check out and transfer to Goa airport to board your onward destination flight on time.

Srinagar - Gulmarg - Pahalgam

Day 01 - Arrive Srinagar

Morning board your flight to Srinagar via Delhi. Arrive, Srinagar Airport. Meet and assist by our representative and transfer to the famous Kashmir Houseboat on Dal Lake. Later in the afternoon proceed for a Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating Gardens, Vegetable Islands & Floating Market. Dinner and overnight stay on houseboat.

Day 02 - Srinagar / Gulmarg / Srinagar

After breakfast around 08:00 AM proceed for a full day excursion of Gulmarg (2 hours drive)
Gulmarg is the most beautiful summer resort in the valley. It is popular for its highest golf course and skiing in winters. A huge cup shaped meadow, lush and green with slopes where the silence is broken only by the tinkle of cowbells, Gulmarg looks like a fantasy set in a film and not surprisingly have been the venue of several films. The valley of Gulmarg, a large meadow about 3-sq-kms in area, stands at 2,730 metres, 56-km south west of Srinagar. The name means 'Meadow of Flowers' and in the spring it's just that, a rolling meadow dotted with countless colourful Bluebells, Daisies, Forget Me Not's and Buttercups. The valley itself is about 3-km long and up to a km wide.
You can enjoy a pony ride and also enjoy a Gondola ride (cable car) to Kangdori / Alpatar. Later driver back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay on houseboat.

Day 03 - Srinagar / Pahalgam / Srinagar

After breakfast around 08:00 AM proceed for a day return trip to Pahalgam (3 hours drive).
Pahalgam is located in the western part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located at an altitude of 2130 m above sea level amidst the great Himalayan range. It is positioned beside the Liddar River, in the Liddar valley. The weather in Pahalgam is alpine.Pahalgam was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer. Pahalgam means "the valley of Shepherds”.
Later drive back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay on houseboat.

Cochin-Munnar-Thekkady-Alleppey

Day 01: Arrive Cochin

Afternoon, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Fort Cochin and Mattancherry.

Fort Cochin has a small community in itself. Since it is a natural harbour and one of the most important trade centers in the south of India, Fort Kochi is one of the most important towns in the state. The Europeans have left a major impact on the culture and traditional heritage of Cochin. One can see a unique blend of European, Dutch and Portugal lifestyle in fort of Cochin.

St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica and Chinese fishing nets are attractions in the Fort Cochin area. Walk through the “Heritage Zone”; the Fort Cochin area, where the Portuguese settled in the 16th century. Also visit Mattancherry which is centre for spice trade and curio shops.

Overnight at Cochin.

Day 02: Cochin / Munnar

Morning after a leisurely breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar (around 4 hrs drive).

Munnar is a hill station - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favoured summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air.

On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Later visit Tea Factory Museum.

Overnight at Munnar.

Day 03: Munnar

Morning after a leisurely breakfast, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Munnar. Places of interest are tea plantations, Mattupetty Dam, Eravikulam national Park etc.

Eravikulam National Park: A sanctuary for the endangered mountain goat of South India, the Nilgiri Tahr, the Eravikulam National Park stands out for the stark beauty of its rolling grasslands and sholas, spread over 97 sq km in the Rajamalai hills. Anamudi, the highest peak (2695 m) south of the Himalayas, towers over the sanctuary in majestic pride. The slopes of the hills abound in all kinds of rare flora and fauna. The Atlas moth, the largest of its kind in the world, is a unique inhabitant of the park. Other rare species of fauna found here are the Nilgiri Langur, the lion-tailed macaque, leopards, tigers, etc.

Afternoon free for independent activities. Overnight at Munnar.

Day 04: Munnar / Thekkady

Morning after an early breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady (around 3 ½ hrs drive).

Thekkady, one of India's major wildlife sanctuaries, sprawled over an area of 777 sq.kms is rich in varied flora and fauna. It is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations of tea, cardamom, pepper, cloves and cinnamon in the High Ranges and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

On arrival, check in to your room and relax. Afternoon visit Spice plantations. Later visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to see the wildlife. Elephants, wild boar, bison are the main attraction here. Enjoy boating through Periyar Lake to see the wildlife in close range.

Overnight at Thekkady.

Day 05: Thekkady / Kumarakom (Houseboat) / Alleppey

Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Kumarakom.

On arrival, board a traditional Kerala houseboat from Kumarakom Jetty and cruise along the serene backwaters to Alleppey.

During the cruise, the countryside offers a close look into an engaging rustic life. You can see skilled fishermen launching their cockshell boats, large flotillas of ducks waddling down to the water from thatched houses on the banks, women neck-deep in water, with their waist-length hair heaped in a crown, searching for fish with their feet and aimless cattle grazing in lush pastureland, where white lotuses lie here and there in small, low-lying pools.

The personal chef on the houseboat will prepare delicious Kerala style cuisine for you on board. Evening, cruise up to sunset and then the houseboat will be anchored for night.

Overnight in houseboat.

Day 06: Alleppey (Houseboat) / Depart Cochin

Morning after a brief cruise and breakfast disembark houseboat at Pallathuruthy Jetty near Alleppey and transfer to Cochin airport (around 2 ½ hrs drive) to board your flight back home.

Calicut - Kochi - Kumarakom

Day 01 – Calicut - Thalassery

Fly to Calicut International Airport and a two hours drive will take you to “Thalasserry” – famous land of “Pepper”. You will check into “Ayisha Manzil” – a 150 years old colonial style bungalow overlooking the Arabian Sea. Today this bungalow belongs to Moosa and Faiza who run this as home stay. The highlight of the stay is that you can learn some exclusive cooking with Faiza (Mrs Moosa) in their kitchen and taste the best North Malabar cuisines popularly known “Mappila Dishes”.

Day 02 - Thalassery

You will visit the local fish/meat markets, grocery and vegetable shops to purchase various ingredients for your cooking. You will spend the day with Faiza in her Kitchen to learn cooking of delicious Malabar Cuisines. Later enjoy the food that you have prepared.

Day 03 - Thalassery

Early morning around 05:00 hours drive to Muthappan Temple where you will see the famous “Theyyam” performance (Temple art form). Later drive back to Ayisha Manzil. Spend another day with Mrs Moosa and learn some more cooking. In between visit the local market and do a small shopping. Please don’t forget to buy the famous “Tellicherry Pepper”.

Day 04 - Thalasserry/Palakkad

Today you will drive to Palakkad – about 5 hours drive. Palakkad is the gateway to Kerala and stands at the Foot Hill of Western Ghats and known for Palmyras and paddy fields. Your stay will be at Tharavad – another home stay. Spend an evening in a typical village of Kerala. Have a taste of authentic Palakkadan vegetarian food.

Day 05 - Palakkad/Kochi

Morning drive to Kochi enroute visiting Kerala Kala Mandalam – the only University in India dedicated for learning various art forms such as Kathakali, Koodiyattam, Mohiniyattam, etc. Here you will spend some time with the Masters of these art forms to add your knowledge. You will also pass through the cultural capital of Kerala called Trichur – the land of famous Trichur Pooram. On arrival you will check into Secret Garden Home stay.

Day 06 - Kochi

Morning join the Yoga master here for Surya Namskar and other yogasanas. Later after breakfast You will do a Walking tour of Fort Cochin and Mattancherry to see the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, Jew Town, etc.

Day 07 Kochi/Kumarakom

Morning you will drive to Alleppey to board a Houseboat. Cruise around Alleppey and have a delicious Kerala cuisines prepared by the Chef in the boat itself. In the evening you will disembark at Philipkutty Farm House – another beautiful home stay.

Day 08 - Kumarakom

Another chance to learn cooking is with Anu and her mother at the “Philipkutty’s Farm House”. You got a chance to learn cooking of Malabar cuisines in Tellicherry whereas in Kumarakom you are getting a chance to learn Central Travancore cuisines. Spend a day with Anu/Mother to know more on cooking and relax on the banks of Vembanad Lake.

Day 09 - Kumarakom

Spend another relaxing day. Go for a farm walk with Anu and learn about farming below sea level and the different crops here. Do check out the toddy tapping here. You will also get a chance to see some rare species of butterflies.

Day 10 - Kumarakom/Cochin

Drive to Cochin airport in time to take your connecting flight for onward destination.